English Explanatory Dictionary

evil twin

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A duplicate or counterpart that acts in a contrary, nefarious, or insidious manner.
  2. A rogue wireless access point installed near a legitimate one for purposes of eavesdropping or phishing.

Pronunciation

/ˈiːvɪl twɪn/ /ˈiːvl̩ twɪn/ /ˈivl̩ twɪn/ en-au-evil twin.ogg

Word forms

evil twin evil twins

Etymology

From evil and twin.

Synonyms

alter ego changeling doppelganger
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